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His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Seventeen
The First StrikeA New War BeginsClaire sat in Adrian’s penthouse, her fingers tightening around the edge of her phone.Even Blackwood can’t protect you forever.The message replayed in her mind over and over, a warning, a promise, a threat.She knew Ava was behind this.But she also knew Ava wasn’t working alone.Adrian took the phone from her hand, his sharp gaze scanning the message again. His jaw ticked, his fingers flexing around the device as if he were restraining himself from throwing it across the room.“They’re moving faster than I expected,” he muttered, his voice dangerously calm.Claire inhaled deeply, centering herself. “That means they’re desperate.”Adrian tilted his head, studying her. “Are you afraid?”Claire met his gaze, unwavering.“No,” she said smoothly. “But they should be.”Adrian’s lips curved slightly, approvingly.“Good,” he murmured. “Because the only way to win is to strike first.”Claire leaned forward, her voice low. “Then let’s make them regret ever c
Last Updated : 2025-02-25His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Eighteen
The Enemy’s Next MoveAva and Damon Plot Their RevengeAva sat across from Damon Calloway in a dimly lit, exclusive lounge in Manhattan. The smell of expensive cigars and aged whiskey lingered in the air, wrapping around them like a whispered promise of corruption.She was still fuming.Adrian had turned the tables too quickly. She had thought the press would devour Claire alive, but instead, Adrian had made her untouchable.Ava hated losing.And she refused to let Claire win.Damon, ever the picture of arrogance, swirled his drink lazily, smirking as he watched her. “You look like you’re about to explode, sweetheart.”Ava’s nails dug into her palm. “You promised me we’d ruin her.”Damon leaned back, stretching his arms across the back of the plush leather booth. “Relax, princess. We’re just getting started.”Ava’s jaw ticked. “Adrian killed our first play. If the media won’t turn on her, we need something bigger.”Damon arched a brow, his smirk deepening. “And what exactly are you su
Last Updated : 2025-02-25His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Nineteen
Shattered IllusionsThe First DoubtClaire sat in Adrian’s office, the world outside moving at its usual chaotic pace, but inside, everything felt… off.The article exposing Adrian’s supposed criminal empire was still circulating, gaining traction in the media, twisting truths and manipulating facts into a dangerous narrative.Adrian had handled it with his usual cold precision, but Claire knew—Ava and Damon weren’t finished.And she was right.Because the next blow came before she even had time to catch her breath.Her phone buzzed on the desk. A new anonymous message.She stared at the screen."Maybe you should ask Adrian what happened the night before your arrest. You might not like the answer."Claire’s breath hitched.A chill ran down her spine.She read it again.And again.Her fingers tightened around the phone.No.This was just another trick.Another mind game.But still, the words lingered.The night before her arrest.The night everything fell apart.What the hell did Adria
Last Updated : 2025-02-27His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty
Truths and LiesThe Weight of DoubtClaire sat at the edge of Adrian’s bed, staring at the city skyline through the vast penthouse windows. The night was silent, yet her mind roared with unanswered questions.Adrian had been there the night before her arrest.The man who had stood by her side, who had protected her, fought for her, had been involved in the worst night of her life.And he hadn’t told her.She exhaled slowly, running her fingers over the smooth fabric of her dress.Ava and Damon had played her.And the worst part?It was working.Behind her, she heard Adrian step into the room. His presence commanded attention, even without a word.She didn’t turn.Couldn’t.Not yet.She felt the mattress dip slightly as he sat beside her, close enough that she could feel his warmth, but not close enough to touch.For a long moment, neither of them spoke.Then—his voice, low and steady.“You want the truth?”Claire exhaled. “I don’t know.”Adrian was silent for a beat. “Then let me deci
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Shattered IllusionsThe First DoubtClaire sat in Adrian’s office, the world outside moving at its usual chaotic pace, but inside, everything felt… off.The article exposing Adrian’s supposed criminal empire was still circulating, gaining traction in the media, twisting truths and manipulating facts into a dangerous narrative.Adrian had handled it with his usual cold precision, but Claire knew—Ava and Damon weren’t finished.And she was right.Because the next blow came before she even had time to catch her breath.Her phone buzzed on the desk. A new anonymous message.She stared at the screen."Maybe you should ask Adrian what happened the night before your arrest. You might not like the answer."Claire’s breath hitched.A chill ran down her spine.She read it again.And again.Her fingers tightened around the phone.No.This was just another trick.Another mind game.But still, the words lingered.The night before her arrest.The night everything fell apart.What the hell did Adria
Last Updated : 2025-03-01His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty Two
Bound by FireThe Aftermath of a KissClaire’s lips still tingled from the force of Adrian’s kiss. It hadn’t been soft or sweet—it had been raw, possessive, a declaration.She should have pulled away.Should have told him that she wasn’t ready to trust him again.But instead?She had let him consume her.Now, as the car weaved through the streets of Manhattan, the silence stretched between them, thick with unspoken truths and dangerous promises.Adrian’s hand rested on his knee, fingers flexing slightly as if he was still holding back something more.Finally, Claire exhaled, tilting her head toward him. “That was reckless.”Adrian smirked slightly, his gaze never leaving the road ahead. “You didn’t seem to mind.”Claire rolled her eyes, crossing her arms. “That’s not the point.”Adrian finally turned to her, his dark gaze locking onto hers. “Then what is?”She hesitated.Because she didn’t have an answer.All she knew was that everything was happening too fast, too intensely.She had
Last Updated : 2025-03-03His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter Twenty Three
When the Past Comes KnockingA Ticking Time BombClaire sat in the middle of Adrian’s penthouse, her fingers tangling in the fabric of her dress as she tried to process what had just happened.Adrian had known her before her arrest.He had seen her. Wanted her.Before the betrayal. Before the prison bars. Before she had become the woman she was now.The knowledge unsettled her.Because it changed everything.Adrian had made it seem like their alliance was about power and revenge—but if his true motivation had been her all along?Then this wasn’t just a war.It was personal.And that?That was dangerous.A sharp knock at the penthouse door startled her.She turned, expecting Adrian to answer it.But before he could move—the door swung open.And standing there, his expression hard, unreadable, was Liam Carter.Liam’s ConfrontationClaire’s breath hitched.She hadn’t seen Liam in weeks.Not since he had walked out on Ava.Not since he had realized the truth about the woman he had chosen.
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Searching for the TruthThe City Feels Different NowClaire walked through the streets of Manhattan, her mind clouded with betrayal, confusion, and doubt.She had spent years thinking she knew exactly who had destroyed her life—Ava and Damon.But now?Now, her own father’s words haunted her."Never trust Adrian Blackwood."Her fingers tightened around the letter Liam had given her, the paper now creased from how many times she had gripped it too tightly.Adrian had said he didn’t betray her.But he hadn’t denied knowing more than he let on.And Claire had spent too long in the dark.She needed to find the truth for herself.Even if it shattered her.Adrian's Loss of ControlBack at Blackwood Tower, Adrian stood at the edge of his penthouse, his hands gripping the balcony railing so tightly his knuckles turned white.Claire was gone.She had walked away.And for the first time in his life, he felt something dangerous, uncontainable.He had always been in control.Always ten steps ahead
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His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 144
A Masquerade of PowerThe day of the gala dawned with an air of tension thick enough to cut with a blade.From the moment Claire woke, the Blackwood estate buzzed with activity. Staff hurried through the halls like ants preparing for war—florists, caterers, technicians, stylists, and security officers worked in synchronized chaos, each one acutely aware that this wasn’t just another opulent gathering of the elite.This was a battlefield dressed in velvet.Claire stood at the grand window of the master suite, sipping coffee from a porcelain cup as she watched the transformation unfold in the courtyard. The Blackwood crest was embossed on every silk napkin, the floors polished until they gleamed like mirrors. Soft jazz played through hidden speakers as decorators arranged white orchids and golden candelabras in symmetrical perfection.But beneath the glamour, she could feel the storm building.Adrian joined her quietly, his tailored black suit already pressed and pristine. No words pass
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 143
Pieces on the BoardThe morning after the media storm was eerily quiet.Claire sat by the window, legs curled under her, watching the rain streak down the glass like delicate veins. The city buzzed beneath them, but it was a muffled hum, distant and removed. A calm before another inevitable storm.The takedown of Gavin’s ploy had been a success—at least for now. The news cycles were ablaze with headlines like “Corporate Sabotage Exposed: Blackwood Empire Fights Back” and “Claire Donovan-Blackwood: The Woman Who Wouldn’t Be Broken.”But she didn’t feel triumphant.Not yet.Adrian entered the room, phone in hand, suit impeccable despite the long night. He looked tired, though—shadows under his eyes, tension lining his jaw. “Gavin’s radio silent,” he said, tossing the phone on the table. “Too silent.”Claire looked up. “Licking his wounds?”“Or sharpening his blade.”She sighed. “What now?”“We solidify our position. Rebuild trust. If he wants to turn allies against us, we remind them wh
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 142
The Trap Within the TrapRain lashed against the windows of the Blackwood penthouse, thick sheets blurring the skyline as Adrian stood before the floor-to-ceiling glass. His reflection stared back—jaw clenched, mind spiraling. The night had ended in veiled threats and quiet revelations, but the morning brought something worse:Uncertainty.Gavin Thorn had made his entrance, delivering no outright attack but leaving behind the unmistakable scent of war. And now, the waiting began—the most dangerous part of any battle.Claire emerged from the hallway, dressed in a silk blouse and black slacks, eyes sharp, hair pulled into a high twist. She was already on edge. She hadn’t slept. Neither had Adrian.“He’s not going to sit still,” she said, coming to stand beside him.Adrian didn’t look at her. “No. He’s going to bait us.”“Well, good,” Claire replied. “Because I’m done waiting. I want to strike first.”At that, he finally turned to face her. “It’s not that simple. He’s calculated. Everyth
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 141
The Guest No One InvitedThe invitation list was a curated maze of power, scandal, and whispered legacy.Claire stood beside Adrian as final preparations were made for the upcoming charity gala—a night designed to lure a ghost from the past out of hiding. The ballroom at the Blackwood Grand Hotel glittered with chandeliers and gleaming marble floors, its elegance belying the tension bubbling underneath.“I still don’t understand why we couldn’t do this more discreetly,” Claire muttered, watching the staff polish the cutlery for the fifth time.Adrian smirked without humor. “Because discreet doesn’t work on men like Gavin Thorn. He feeds on exposure. This... spectacle will tempt him. We give him a stage. And when he steps onto it, we pull the curtain.”Claire exhaled shakily, turning toward the windows. The city skyline stretched beyond the glass, indifferent to the storm brewing in her life. “And what if he doesn’t come?”“He will,” Adrian said, his voice certain. “This isn’t about bu
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 140
Enemies in the ShadowsThe letter haunted Claire.She read it a dozen times over the next few hours, committing every line to memory, every curve of the penmanship, every chilling implication. The words were more than just a warning—they were a declaration. A threat from someone who clearly believed they had unfinished business with her.And worse, they knew how to find her.When morning broke over the city, casting pale light over the marble floors of the penthouse, Claire stood by the window, sleepless and tense. The shadows on the street below seemed to stretch longer than usual. Every face passing by felt like a spy. Every glance felt like a dagger waiting to strike.She barely noticed when Adrian approached."You've been up all night," he said gently, slipping his arm around her waist.She leaned into him, but her thoughts remained elsewhere. "I can’t stop thinking about the letter."“I know,” he said. “I’ve already had Daniel run forensics on it. No prints, no traceable ink. Who
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 139
The Shattered ReflectionThe news of Victor’s downfall rippled through the corporate world like a thunderstorm crashing through a summer sky. By noon the next day, financial headlines were ablaze with words like embezzlement, fraud, and board betrayal. The man who had once seemed untouchable was now facing imminent criminal prosecution. And Claire—once the disgraced fiancée of Liam Carter—was being hailed by some as a phoenix rising from the ashes.But victory didn’t feel as sweet as she thought it would.Claire stood alone on the terrace of Adrian’s penthouse, her arms folded over the glass railing. Below, the city sprawled in glittering opulence, unaware of the chaos that had almost swallowed her whole. The wind tugged at her silk blouse, and for a brief moment, she allowed herself to simply feel—the air, the quiet, the momentary peace.Adrian joined her a few minutes later, two mugs of coffee in his hands. He didn’t say anything at first, just passed one to her and leaned against t
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 138
Breaking the ChainsThe air in the penthouse was suffocating. The weight of the past few days had pressed down on Claire like a thousand-ton boulder. Despite the luxury surrounding her—an opulent building in the heart of the city, towering views from the windows, designer furniture and rare art lining the walls—Claire felt trapped.She’d been sitting in her study for hours, her fingers hovering over the keyboard, but the words wouldn’t come. She had drafted so many letters, emails, and statements, but nothing seemed to be enough. The fight against Victor was taking its toll, and despite the press conferences, the legal countersuits, and Adrian’s promises, Claire could feel herself slipping—slipping back into a place she’d fought so hard to escape.The door creaked open, and she didn’t need to look up to know who it was. His presence filled the room in an instant. Adrian.He didn’t speak at first, just stood in the doorway watching her. Claire met his eyes—those cold, impenetrable eyes
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 137
Playing With FireVictor’s declaration echoed through the mansion like a gunshot, and the aftermath was just as deafening. By midday, every major news outlet had picked up the clip. Adrian and Claire’s names were splashed across headlines—Corporate Power Couple Accused of Fraud, Victor Carter Declares War, Secrets and Scandals of the Elite.Claire sat stiffly in Adrian’s private office, her hands clenched around a steaming cup of tea she hadn’t touched. She couldn’t remember the last time her heart had stopped racing.“He’s coming for us,” she said finally, her voice taut. “And the world’s watching.”Adrian stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, eyes locked on the city skyline. His posture was calm—too calm. That kind of stillness only came before a storm.“I’ve already spoken to legal,” he said. “They’re preparing countersuits and subpoenas of our own. The moment he files, we hit back.”Claire set down the cup with a clink. “What if it’s not just legal this time? He’s weaponizing the
His Runaway Bride’s Revenge Chapter 136
Ghosts from the FireThe air was thick with tension as the private jet touched down in the quiet coastal town of Briar Glen. Fog rolled in from the sea like smoke from the past, curling around the edges of the unfamiliar town as if guarding its secrets.Claire stepped out first, her coat catching the wind, eyes scanning the sleepy marina as though Elliot Marris might materialize right there on the dock. Behind her, Adrian descended the stairs, his jaw tight, phone already in hand.“I’ve arranged for a car,” he said, his tone clipped. “Marris was last seen checking into a motel under the name Edward Miles. It’s ten minutes from here.”Claire nodded, slipping into the back seat of the sleek black car that waited for them. The town passed by in a blur—quaint shops, aged buildings, the smell of salt and old wood. But neither of them were here for nostalgia.“Do you trust him?” Claire asked after a stretch of silence.Adrian looked at her.“No,” he said honestly. “But I trust that he hates
